Interim Construction Lawyer (Energy Sector)

Interim Construction Lawyer (Energy Sector)

We are working with a large national utilities company to recruit a Construction Lawyer on an initial 6‑month contract.

Key responsibilities & qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with current practising certificate.
• Experience drafting contracts and negotiating commercial agreements of varying complexity, with a particular focus on energy solutions (solar, battery), new energy services products, optimisation services and propositions.
• Experience with construction contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC) and commercial agreements (EPC, PPAs, O&M, procurement agreements).
• Pragmatic and clear advice focused on delivering solutions.
• Interpretation of and advice on regulatory and compliance requirements, balancing risk and commercial objectives.
• Managing external counsel effectively.
• Understanding of the commercial priorities of the business and driving outcomes in the simplest effective manner.
• Awareness of the external marketplace, regulatory and political environment.
• Knowledge of Net Zero and enthusiasm to learn and contribute to the company’s strategy in this area.
• Creative thinking and looking at problems from different perspectives.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time (initial 6‑month contract)

Job function

Legal – Utilities

Location

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

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